Maryland Code, Commercial Law § 14-1325

(a)(1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Consumer” means an actual or a prospective purchaser, lessee, or recipient of consumer goods or services.

(3) “Consumer goods or services” means goods or services that are primarily for personal, household, or family purposes.

(1) The seller or lessor;

(2) Employees or agents of the seller or lessor; or

(3) The consumer goods or services.

(1) Threaten or seek enforcement of a contract provision prohibited under subsection (b) of this section; or

(2) Penalize a consumer for making any statement protected under subsection (b) of this section.

(1) That hosts online consumer reviews or comments from removing a statement that is otherwise lawful to remove;

(2) From including in a contract or a proposed contract for the sale or lease of consumer goods or services a provision prohibiting a consumer from disclosing proprietary information, techniques, or processes; or

(3) From bringing an action alleging that a statement made by a consumer is defamatory.

(1) An unfair and deceptive trade practice within the meaning of Title 13 of this article; and

(2) Subject to the enforcement and penalty provisions contained in Title 13 of this article.